In each conversion blocks 10, 20 and 30, pixels adjacent to a subject pixel data are selected in the class tap construction section from SD signals, the detection of level distribution pattern of the pixel data is performed in the class categorization section and a class is determined based on the detected pattern. In response to access to the divided memory areas, which are a plurality of partitions, various types of access control tickets are issued under the management of each device or partition manager, and processing based on rules indicated in each ticket is performed in a memory-loaded device. The sleeve extends between the conduits and at least partially surrounds the edge trim.